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Pass the loop of the line on the Weapon through the hole in the Ammo Weight. Attach the exposed loop to the snap swivel on your fishing line. Pass the Weapon's hook through the tip of a 1 1/2 - inch piece of a nightcrawler. This will allow the worm to move through the water like a mayfly larva.
Cast your Weapon and let it settle to the desired depth. Begin a slow retrieve; remember a Mayfly is a weak swimmer. So, keep it slow! While retrieving, try stopping and resting. We like to let it sink to the bottom and start retrieving from there, as the lunkers like to feed on the swarms of wigglers during a hatch. If you retrieve your lure back half way with out a hit, let line out for 4 to 8 counts and start your retrieve again. Please pay attention to your line after casting as you may get hits on the lures descent.
Additionally, the weapon can be fished in a "U" shaped arc starting at the waters surface, descending to a depth of five to fifteen feet, and returning to the surface. This tactic is especially productive on two year old fish which suspend in concentrated schools at these depths during June and July. The weapon allows anglers to cover a wide span of different water depths quickly, an important factor in the Lake Erie walleye catching equation. The Weapon also works well on walleyes actively feeding at the water's surface, say in less than five feet of water. Simply begin retrieving the bait quickly after it touches down on the water, and it will easily be kept at the proper depth.
Hint: Pay attention to your line and rod tip, as walleye are not aggressive during mayfly season. They have a tendency of lightly taking the bait. If you feel any resistance on your line, stop the retrieve and give yourself a few seconds before setting the hook.
P.S. Perch love this bait too!